Diana Zaremba
TEMPLE
Summary
Dynamic professional with proven expertise in event coordination and vendor negotiation at Wilsonart International. Skilled in managing complex logistics and building strong relationships, delivering exceptional customer service and meticulous attention to detail.
At Susan Marie's I enjoyed talking to the customers learning what they liked or didn't like to help them find items that fit their style.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales
Susan Marie's of Salado
Salado
07.2021 - 12.2024
- Assisted customers with product selection and personalized shopping experiences.
- Received items and orders and checked items for quality and accuracy against documentation.
- Assisted in purchasing merchandise at the Dallas Market or on-site with sales reps.
Event Planner
Wilsonart International
TEMPLE
01.2006 - 02.2020
- Coordinated event logistics, including venue selection and vendor management.
- Managed budgets and tracked expenses for various events.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and service providers for optimal terms.
- Helped with end-to-end event planning process through meetings, walk-throughs and day-of execution.
- Organized catering services by selecting menu items, negotiating prices, ordering food and beverages, setting up buffet areas.
- Conducted onsite inspections prior to events to identify any potential issues or risks.
Executive Assistant
Wilsonart International
TEMPLE
07.1981 - 01.2006
- Managed executive calendars and scheduled appointments efficiently.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for senior management across multiple locations.
- Performed data entry tasks into various software programs including MS Excel spreadsheets.
- Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for meetings, conferences and seminars.
- Assisted in organizing conferences, seminars and other events as directed by the executives.
- Managed all aspects of catering needs for special events hosted by the organization.
Education
BBA - Office Management
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05-1980
Skills
- Customer service and support
- Event coordination and travel management
- Vendor negotiation and relationship building
- Data entry and attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Time management strategies
Affiliations
- Altrusa of Temple member since 2016
- Altrusan of the Year 2023
- Sing in the choir at St. Luke's Catholic Church
- Volunteer at the Temple Community Clinic
- TCC Volunteer of the Year 2022
Family
- Mother of 2 and Grandmother of 3
Timeline
Sales
Susan Marie's of Salado
07.2021 - 12.2024
Event Planner
Wilsonart International
01.2006 - 02.2020
Executive Assistant
Wilsonart International
07.1981 - 01.2006
BBA - Office Management
Texas State University
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